I had occasion to show a new construction development this afternoon.  I arrived early and talked to the on-site agent for a few minutes.  They have a stock form for the public that states “Buyer Brokerage is available.”  I asked her how they handled Buyer Brokerage, what would happen if a buyer wanted representation.  She said, “I would do both.”  Folks, until Dual Agency is the exception and not the agents’ (and company’s) default position, some agents will continue to have shady reputations and, by default, so will my entire profession.  Dammit.

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